Davidson is distinguished in the aerospace and missile defense industry, in part, because of its excellence in hiring exceptional experts, engineers and software developers dedicated to delivering advanced, intelligent technology solutions in defense of our nation.

Davidson is seeking a Data Architect in Charleston, SC.

Davidson is seeking a Senior Data Architect to define and govern end-to-end data structures supporting Navy HPTE systems. The candidate will translate high-level software objects, attributes, and relationships into implementable data structures, extending down to byte-level signal definitions within embedded and control system environments. The role requires ensuring data consistency, traceability, and interoperability across all system layers.

Responsibilities

• Define end-to-end data architectures spanning software, integration, and embedded environments
• Decompose high-level software objects into detailed data structures, schemas, and interfaces
• Specify data representations down to byte-level signals for embedded and control systems
• Define and manage data interfaces supporting real-time control, telemetry, and system coordination
• Ensure alignment between software data structures and implementation-level data exchanges
• Develop and document interface control specifications (ICDs) and data definitions
• Collaborate with software and engineering teams to ensure consistent data implementation across systems

Required Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance with ability and willingness to upgrade to TS
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Engineering, or related field
• 6+ years of experience in data architecture or data engineering

Technical Skills

• Experience defining data structures from application-level objects to embedded-level representations using UML in MagicDraw (aka. Cameo)
• Strong understanding of data modeling concepts, schemas, and interface definitions
• Experience with embedded systems data structures, messaging, and signal-level definitions
• Familiarity with industrial control systems and PLC environments
• Experience developing ICDs and interface specifications
• Understanding of real-time data exchange and system integration patterns

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of MOSA principles

Clearance:

• Must have an active Secret Security Clearance